Physical Therapy Aide

ATI Physical Therapy • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Physical Therapy Aide joins a collaborative team at ATI Physical Therapy to support patient care and recovery while gaining hands-on healthcare experience. The role works alongside Physical and Occupational Therapy professionals and includes training, mentorship, and direct exposure to physical therapy. The aide supports patient intake and scheduling, helps clinicians prepare and maintain treatment areas and equipment, and assists patients with exercises and prescribed home exercise programs.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Healthcare and/or customer service experience.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience, such as Physical Therapist Aide/Technician, Medical Assistant, hospital employment, chiropractic, fitness industry, or PT and PTA student experience.
• Certified Personal Trainer experience.
• Experience or education in Health Services, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact warmly with patients by phone and in person during check-in and throughout their appointments.
• Support an efficient patient intake and registration process and assist clinicians with timely scheduling.
• Onboard new patients by reviewing paperwork, verifying benefits, and completing medical forms.
• Prepare and clean treatment areas and set up and adjust exercise equipment for Physical Therapists.
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to the therapy team.
• Assist patients with exercises and support their prescribed home exercise programs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with an incentive plan.
• Generous paid time off, holiday pay, CEU, and Be Well Days.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with flexible plan options.
• Competitive employer 401(k) matching.
• Childcare tuition assistance with discounted rates.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability plans.
• Employer-paid and voluntary life insurance.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Wellness programs, including weight-loss and lifestyle coaching, digital mental-health support, and 24/7 virtual telehealth access.
• Corporate employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED